Putnam County posts final solid‑waste plan, flags food‑scrap recycling pilot

Aug 12, 2026

County health staff posted the final local solid‑waste management plan online and said they will seek formal recognition next month; the plan emphasizes beginning with a food‑scrap recycling initiative and county staff urged public review.

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The Putnam County Department of Health posted the final local solid‑waste management plan to the county website and told the legislature the department intends to submit it for formal recognition and approval next month. Acting health department staff described the document as a milestone that opens the way for targeted initiatives, starting with food‑scrap recycling collection to divert organics from disposal.

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